Not surprising - this sector is rapidly shrinking as buyers move towards crossover SUVs and German premium brands. The Renault Laguna is no longer imported, the new Ford Mondeo is now twined with a US model (although there are other reasons behind that) and the future of the UK-made Toyota Avensis is in doubt.

The other negative for the Accord was the cost, OK so it'll probably last for ever, but the high initial cost would put off many buyers and lease companies too?It's a shame as it's work for the Swindon factory and it's suppliers, I wonder what they will be building in it's place?